This beautifully illustrated book takes the reader on a journey with the author as she travels around the UK in search of native wildlife. The enthusiasm of Isla Hodgson seeps through the pages and you feel like you should hold your breath so you don't accidentally disturb the otters or the hen harriers which are amongst the animals she discusses in this book. There is a distinct 'Scottishness' to the narrative and none more so when discussing the 'coos' on Canna. This book is not a gazetteer as such but does contain a range of places you might visit to get closer to wildlife in a variety of habitat types, I think the sections on coasts are the standout ones - you can hear the raucous birds that live there and duck as the bonxies swoop down on us. There are a mixture of sites I had previously heard of alongside others that I might just have to look into. The book finishes with advice and guidance for seeing wildlife with some do's and don'ts as well as some ways to get involved yourself... Read moreNetGalley, reviewed by Peter Burnett

This beautifully illustrated book takes the reader on a journey with the author as she travels around the UK in search of native wildlife. The enthusiasm of Isla Hodgson seeps through the pages and you feel like you should hold your breath so you don't accidentally disturb the otters or the hen harriers which are amongst the animals she discusses in this book. There is a distinct 'Scottishness' to the narrative and none more so when discussing the 'coos' on Canna. This book is not a gazetteer as such but does contain a range of places you might visit to get closer to wildlife in a variety of habitat types, I think the sections on coasts are the standout ones - you can hear the raucous birds that live there and duck as the bonxies swoop down on us. There are a mixture of sites I had previously heard of alongside others that I might just have to look into. The book finishes with advice and guidance for seeing wildlife with some do's and don'ts as well as some ways to get involved yourself... Read moreNetGalley, reviewed by Peter Burnett

The book is a delightful encapsulation of one of nature’s prettiest, cleverest, hardiest little birds.
[link=https://www.on-magazine.co.uk/arts/book-review/nature/bobbin-robin-villager-jim/]Click here[/link] to read the review in full. On: Yorkshire magazine - reviewed by Victoria Holdsworth

The book is a delightful encapsulation of one of nature’s prettiest, cleverest, hardiest little birds.
[link=https://www.on-magazine.co.uk/arts/book-review/nature/bobbin-robin-villager-jim/]Click here[/link] to read the review in full.On: Yorkshire magazine - reviewed by Victoria Holdsworth

Author article on finding Peterloo roots as featured in Family Tree, January 2018

Author article on finding Peterloo roots as featured inFamily Tree, January 2018

Because of its emphasis on ‘horse care’ this volume will probably appeal to readers who are primarily ‘horse-enthusiasts’. Readers seeking information about the care of horses within a very specific military environment may also find it worthy of their attention. Readers interested in combat use of the horse within the British army are certainly likely to find some information relating to that use. NZ Crown Mines

Because of its emphasis on ‘horse care’ this volume will probably appeal to readers who are primarily ‘horse-enthusiasts’. Readers seeking information about the care of horses within a very specific military environment may also find it worthy of their attention. Readers interested in combat use of the horse within the British army are certainly likely to find some information relating to that use.NZ Crown Mines

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
One of the most delightful historical books I've read in awhile. As an animal lover and a history buff, this book was quite fun to read. I read it in one sitting and I feel that many will do that. The pace is perfect and it's just really full of fascinating facts. NetGalley, reviewed by Kellie Haulotte

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars
One of the most delightful historical books I've read in awhile. As an animal lover and a history buff, this book was quite fun to read. I read it in one sitting and I feel that many will do that. The pace is perfect and it's just really full of fascinating facts.NetGalley, reviewed by Kellie Haulotte

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